Food & Water
Emergency Food & Water Basics
Learn how to store, rotate, and prepare food and water for emergencies so your household never runs short.
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How Much Water You Actually Need
9 min · One gallon per person per day is the floor, not the goal.
Plan one gallon per person per day for drinking and basic hygiene. In hot climates, for nursing mothers, or for anyone with a medical condition, plan 1.5 gallons.
A family of four targeting 14 days needs 56 gallons minimum. That is roughly eleven 5-gallon containers or four 15-gallon barrels.
Pets add up quickly: about one ounce of water per pound of body weight per day.
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Final Assessment
Score 80% or higher to pass and earn your certificate. Finish every lesson first for the best result.
1. What is the minimum daily water planning figure per person?
2. How long should water be boiled at normal elevation to make it biologically safe?
3. Which storage method gives staples the longest shelf life?
4. Which cooking method is never safe indoors?